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R125 XND

1997 Lotus Elise

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,275 mi
Last recorded25,275 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Lotus Elise47,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR125 XND
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 25,275 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 25,242 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 25,234 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 25,193 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 24,749 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 24,502 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 24,399 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 24,138 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 23,866 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,625 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 23,617 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 May 2015 23,291 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 23,187 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 23,185 miles

Slight play in offside front anti-roll bar pivot bush

Pass 29 May 2012 23,122 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 22,861 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 22,494 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 22,308 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 21,866 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 21,866 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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R125 XND is a 1997 Lotus Elise in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 47,496 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R125 XND, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R125 XND registered?

R125 XND is a 1997 Lotus Elise, first registered on 2 October 1997.

Is R125 XND safe to buy?

The MOT history for R125 XND shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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